How many points is HALTERE worth in Scrabble?

HALTERE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept HALTERE?

HALTERE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to HALTERE?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes HALTERED, HALTERES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

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HALTERE

10 pts

HALTERE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. HALTERE means "one of a pair of modified hind wings in dipterous insects".

Meaning & examples

/ˈhæltɪə/

noun

A small knobbed structure in some two-winged insects, one of a pair that are flapped rapidly and function as accelerometers to maintain stability in flight.

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noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

one of a pair of modified hind wings in dipterous insects

In a sentence: "The haltere is noted."

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Letter Values

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HALTERE Scrabble FAQ

Is HALTERE a Scrabble word?: HALTERE is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does HALTERE mean?: one of a pair of modified hind wings in dipterous insects
How do you use HALTERE in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The haltere is noted."
How many points is HALTERE worth in Scrabble?: HALTERE is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept HALTERE?: HALTERE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to HALTERE?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes HALTERED, HALTERES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.